For many members of the Syracuse Triahtlon Team, the camaraderie and support of their teammates attracts them to compete as much, if not more, than the actual sport.

“The camaraderie and inclusiveness of triathletes is unlike any other athletes or groups of people I’ve met in my life,” said team co-captain Olivia Accardo.

The team, which formed in 2004 at New York’s Syracuse University, uses Polar Bottle products over other water bottles because they keep water colder longer — which is especially important for long races like triathlons. Their preferred Polar Bottle design, the 24oz Orange Sport water bottle to match their school colors, of course.